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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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