Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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