Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)