Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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