Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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