Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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