Find out more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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