Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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