Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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