Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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