Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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