Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand these new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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