Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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