Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources