Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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