Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational experiments. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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