Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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