Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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