Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education have provided the means for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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