Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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