Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

ELearning