Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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