Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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