Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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