Learn more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online education technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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