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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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