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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Books