Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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