Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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