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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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