Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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