Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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