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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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