Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in electronic education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Educational