Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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