Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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