Learn more about the 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 (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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