Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources