Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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