Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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