Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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