Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses