Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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