Learn more about this exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education