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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs For College Credit