Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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