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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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