Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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