Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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