Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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