Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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