Find out more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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