Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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