Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are empowering humans all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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