Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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