Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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