Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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