Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational experiments. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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