Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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