Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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