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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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