Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Professors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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