Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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