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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open educational experiments. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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