Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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