Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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