Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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