Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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