Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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