Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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