Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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