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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in digital education technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses The Mooc Revolution