Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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