Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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