Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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