Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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