Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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