Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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