Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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