Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major 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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