Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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