Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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