Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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