Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the major 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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