Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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