Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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