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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education enable learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Denmark to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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