Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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