Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Books