Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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