Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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