Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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