Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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