Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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