Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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