Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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