Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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