Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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