Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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