Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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