Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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