Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better understand these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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