Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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