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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to massive open online courses (MOOCs) and open education resources (OERs). There are several interesting new digital learning technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It can be hard to motivate students in online environments. How can institutions manage issues like inadequate participant motivation and high student attrition? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct MOOC courses?

New trends in blended learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. The true intention of these massively open online courses is to provide tutoring to more humans all around the world. This open education book explores life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. To learn more go to this MOOCs Book website.