Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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