Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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