Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology