Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources