Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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