Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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