Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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