Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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