Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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