Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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