Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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