Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the authoritative 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 book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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