Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs