Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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