Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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