Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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