Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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