Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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