Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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