Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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