Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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