Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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