Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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