Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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