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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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