Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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