Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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