Learn more about this significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)