Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education