Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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