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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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