Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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