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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better understand these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses The Mooc Revolution