Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Cyprus to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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