Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning have made it possible for students all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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