Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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