Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs