Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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