Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education experiments. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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