Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also talks about 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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