Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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