Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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