Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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