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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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