Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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