Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in electronic education technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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