Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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