Find out more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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