Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to take online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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