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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online education technology have empowered people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better comprehend these new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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