Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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