Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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