Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cameroon to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Education Courses