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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). There are numerous interesting e-learning technologies emerging each year that can be used for elearning. MOOCs and similar undertakings with open education resources (OER) are allowing millions of self-directed online learners all over the world to learn from well-known mentors. It is difficult to inspire thousands of students in online environments. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal?

Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all over the world to participate in online courses. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education resources (OER) persist. This open education book discusses guidelines for others who hope to create highly engaging MOOC-based learning experiences. To find out more please go to this MOOCs Book website.