Learn more about the exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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