Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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