Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)