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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these new open education experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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