Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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