Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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