Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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