Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources Book