Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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