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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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