Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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