Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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