Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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