Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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