Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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