Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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