Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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