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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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