Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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