Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Denmark to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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