Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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