Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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