Find out more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Educational