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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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