Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)