Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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