Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online education have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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