Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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