Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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