Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have empowered students all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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