Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these important new open educational experiments. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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