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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cameroon to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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