Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovenia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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