Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology