Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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