Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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