Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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