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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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