Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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