Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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