Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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