Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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