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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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