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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs