Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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