Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education Software