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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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