Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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