Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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