Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Massive Open Online Course