Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning enable learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Online Learning