Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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