Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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