Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to understand these new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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