Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs List