Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Students want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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