Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Learning Theory (education)