Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education enable learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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