Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better understand these new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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