Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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