Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New changes in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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