Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology have enabled students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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