Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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