Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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