Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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