Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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