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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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