Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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