Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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