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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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