Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner 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 online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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