Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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