Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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