Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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