Find out more about this exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Definition