Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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