Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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