Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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