Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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