Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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