Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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