Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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