Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Definition