Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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