Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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