Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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