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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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