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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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