Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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