Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to understand these new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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