Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in online learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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