Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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