Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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