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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning enable learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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