Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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