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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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