Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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