Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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