Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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