Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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