Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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