Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology have empowered students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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