Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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