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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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