Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic education technology make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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