Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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