Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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