Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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