Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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