Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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