Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology have enabled people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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