Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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