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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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