Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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