Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Online Education