Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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