Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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