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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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