Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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