Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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