Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Educational