Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in digital education technology are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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