Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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