Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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