Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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