Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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