Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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