Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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