Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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