Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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