Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Learning