Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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