Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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