Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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