Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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