Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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