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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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