Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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