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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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