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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources Book