Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning enable students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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