Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open education experiments. Academics want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the 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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