Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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