Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Andorra to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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