Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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