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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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