Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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