Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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