Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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