Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)