Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to understand these new open education experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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