Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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