Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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