Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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