Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also addresses 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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