Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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