Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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