Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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