Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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