Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs