Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education Software