Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses