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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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