Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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