Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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