Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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