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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these interesting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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