Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education experiments. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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