Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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