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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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