Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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