Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Online Courses