Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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