Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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