Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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