Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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