Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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