Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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