Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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