Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Czech Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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