Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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