Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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