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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Moocs