Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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