Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Gibraltar to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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