Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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