Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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