Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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