Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Research