Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online education technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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