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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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