Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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