Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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