Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Egypt to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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