Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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