Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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