Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in elearning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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