Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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