Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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