Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning are enabling people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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