Find out more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Education Courses