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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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