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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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