Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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