Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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