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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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