Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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