Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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