Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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