Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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