Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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