Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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