Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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