Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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