Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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