Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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