Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in elearning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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