Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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