Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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