Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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