Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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