Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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