Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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