Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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