Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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