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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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