Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to understand these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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