Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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