Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational endeavours. People want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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