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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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