Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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