Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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