Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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