Find out more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education