Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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