Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gibraltar to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open educational experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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