Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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