Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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