Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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