Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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