Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Education