Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online education are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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