Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Austria to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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