Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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