Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Educational