Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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