Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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