Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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