Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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