Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these massive open online courses? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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