Find out more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Andorra to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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