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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peter I Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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