Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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