Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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