Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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