Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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