Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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