Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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