Find out more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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