Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology enable people all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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