Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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