Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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