Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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