Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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