Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in elearning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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