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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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