Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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