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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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