Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Blended Learning