Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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