Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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