Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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