Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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