Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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