Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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