Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online education are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also studies the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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