Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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