Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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