Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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