Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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