Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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