Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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