Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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