Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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