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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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