Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online education are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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