Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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