Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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