Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Chad to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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