Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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