Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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