Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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