Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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