Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in online learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources Video