Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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