Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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