Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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