Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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