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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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