Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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