Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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