Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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