Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in electronic education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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