Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education Software