Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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