Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Definition