Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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