Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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