Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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