Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Courses