Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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