Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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