Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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