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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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