Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in digital education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education experiments. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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