Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online education are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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