Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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