Learn more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs Educational