Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Book