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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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