Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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