Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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