Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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