Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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