Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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