Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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