Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand these new open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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