Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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