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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Research