Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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