Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Educational Journals