Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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