Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Nepal to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)