Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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