Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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