Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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