Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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