Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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