Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to understand these open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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