Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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