Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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