Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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