Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in digital education technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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