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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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