Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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