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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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