Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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