Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Egypt to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)