Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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