Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand these open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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