Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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