Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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