Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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