Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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